Chapter 291: The First Ability User in the Otherworld!
Holy Land Mariejois, in the Room of Authority within Pangaea Castle, the Five Elders gathered once again.
"The Otherworld Committee has decided to first understand the basic situation of the World before sending construction personnel to build the Star Gate Base on the other side."
Saint Topman Warcury sat in the center with the demeanor of a Big Shot, his fingers interlaced in front of him, his voice carrying the authority of a Superior.
"Yes."
Saint Shepherd Ju Peter sat on a separate Sofa beside him, his right fist loosely supporting his chin, striking the pose most suitable for a handsome middle-aged man like himself, a handsome Smile on his face.
"This time, Captain Lucci of Cipher Pol 9 will lead the command, and Members with a Height of around 1.8 meters will be selected from other Squads."
"At the same time, there's Steve Gus from the Nue Squad, Mekko, and Hozumi."
Hearing this, Saint Topman Warcury frowned and asked, "Steve Gus is one thing, but the other two Kabaneri, haven't they only received a few months of Training?"
Although he wasn't responsible for Intelligence matters, it didn't mean he was completely ignorant. The Knowledge and skills required for a qualified Agent couldn't be mastered overnight.
"So the two will be assigned to Steve Gus and Lucci. Their Height is suitable, and they are Girls. If the Second World also has Human Civilization, it will be easy to infiltrate it. Moreover, Kabaneri can be created."
Saint Shepherd Ju Peter didn't hide anything and explained the considerations of the CIPHER POL Headquarters.
To put it plainly.
They felt that using these Otherworlders to explore the unknown Other World was the best choice. If these people weren't professional enough, they might not have even sent Sea Star People like Lucci as the first batch of personnel.
There was no other way; Sea Star People who had been to or knew the inside story of the Kabaneri World would more or less have a psychological Sense of Superiority.
The other four Five Elders also nodded secretly upon hearing this.
Purururu, Purururu
Just then, the Transponder Snail on the Coffee Table suddenly called out. Saint Topman Warcury took the initiative to answer it. Soon, the Transponder Snail's Face changed.
"Lord, News has come from Saint Nerona's side, 'Whitebeard' Edward Newgate has already..."
The speaker was none other than Chief of Staff Alexander Watson. He reported the Content from Noah's Ark word for word.
"What!"
Before he could finish, the Five Elders present all changed their Expression drastically. Lord Imu made a move against 'Whitebeard'?
"Founding a Nation..."
The five looked at each other. To be honest, although they had planned for these things long ago, Im hadn't revealed them in advance, so they were caught off guard.
After the Transponder Snail finished its Report and closed its eyes again, Saint Marcus Mars sincerely sighed, "With this, ninety percent of the 'New World' Sea Area has been rectified!"
"Indeed, only Elbaf is left."
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn strongly agreed. Although there were still many so-called Underworld Influence/Power in the Second Half of the Grand Line, these were not considered difficult opponents in their eyes.
BIG MOM's upcoming Tea Party was precisely prepared to deal with them.
Saint Ethanbaron V. Nusjuro, on the other hand, was in a good mood, knowing that the Military under him had gained another Highest Combat Power.
"'Whitebeard' actually accepted the Admiral Rank, plus the previous BIG MOM..."
Although it was just the Admiral Rank and not an active Admiral in the Army or Marines, they could be ordered to mobilize through the Command Department whenever needed.
"It seems This Old Man's Political Affairs Department is going to be busy again!"
Saint Topman Warcury was thinking about how many Resources would need to be invested to help 'Whitebeard' establish a Kingdom. But no matter how much, it had to be done. For the World Government, this was a venture with only profit and no loss.
"Should we announce this matter immediately?" Saint Marcus Mars looked over.
"No."
Saint Topman Warcury did a Shake Head and said, "This Old Man plans to announce the matters concerning her, Kaido, and 'Whitebeard' together after BIG MOM's Tea Party, in order to maximize Intimidation for Pirates and Affiliated Countries throughout the Whole World..."
"That's a good idea!"
Saint Shepherd Ju Peter praised, then changed the topic.
"By the way, Lord Imu previously asked us to send ten Kabaneri World people to Wano Country for secret execution. Why is that?"
Saint Jaygarcia Saturn glanced at him with a serious Expression. "Since Lord didn't explain the reason, it means it's not something we should know. We just need to follow orders."
"That's not difficult. Kongokaku still holds many refusing Officials that Bullet and others caught. Have Cipher Pol grab ten from there and send them to Mihawk using a Flying Warship, and that'll do!"
Saint Topman Warcury said expressionlessly.
"Speaking of which, Lord Imu also promised them a Paramecia System Devil Fruit before. How was that matter handled?"
Saint Marcus Mars asked again. This topic also aroused the Curiosity of the others.
"Oh? What kind of Fruit was sent?"
Meanwhile, in the Shogun's Mansion within Kongokaku, the Capital of Hinamoto in the Kabaneri World, Yotsugawa Ayame and Kurusu were kneeling on the Tatami, one on the left and one on the right.
In front of them was Senior Director Lanode, an Advisor from the World Government. He was now also included in the Otherworld Strategy Committee.
"This is the Devil Fruit you exchanged for 500 million Berry. Congratulations, Chief Steward Kurusu, you will be the first Ability User in this World to possess Supernatural Power."
After speaking, Senior Director Lanode gently pushed the exquisite Mahogany Box towards Kurusu. The latter, seeing this, felt some Nervousness, clenched his fists, and subconsciously looked towards his wife beside him.
He found that Yotsugawa Ayame's eyes were also full of worry.
Because they had already learned from the other party about the uncontrollable risks associated with this Devil Fruit, such as the possibility of Gene Collapse due to the differences in Human Bodies from different worlds.
"It's okay, I'm willing to gamble!"
Perhaps it was a Man's nature; seeing the Woman worry about him, Kurusu became even braver instead, just to alleviate the unease in his wife's Heart.
He saw him no longer hesitate and opened the smooth box lid.
Immediately, a strange fruit shaped like a tomato, but pale white all over with light green spiral patterns floating on its surface, appeared before the two of them.
"According to the Devil Fruit Encyclopedia, this is the Paramecia System Scythe-Scythe Fruit. Its Ability allows the user to release scythe-like Compressed Wind Blades, capable of crushing stones and cutting iron with ease. It's very suitable for you, who are the Samurai Chief Steward!"
Senior Director Lanode gave a slight Smile.
But Kurusu, hearing his introduction, felt his Heart tremble, and an expression of Excitement and anticipation appeared in his eyes.
He saw him extend his hands, pick up the Devil Fruit, and then, under Yotsugawa Ayame's gaze, which was filled with extreme Nervousness, open his mouth and take a fierce bite of the white and green fruit flesh.
Splurt!
Ugh—oh————
As soon as Kurusu ate it, his Expression instantly turned pale, and he even looked like he wanted to vomit. This made Yotsugawa Ayame unable to sit still. She quickly hugged her husband's arm and anxiously asked, "What's wrong, Kurusu!"
"Hoo———— N-nothing, I'm fine. It just tastes so bad it really doesn't seem like something a Human would eat."
Kurusu finally managed to swallow the fruit flesh, then forced a Smile. He looked towards Senior Director Lanode and asked bitterly,
"You said before that I only needed to eat one bite, right?"
"Right!"
Senior Director Lanode looked at him with Surprise, then smiled and said, "Since you are still safe and sound now, congratulations, the worst possibility did not occur. Now you can feel your Body and then try your Ability."
"Okay!"
Kurusu did a Stand Up immediately, then closed his eyes for a few seconds. When he opened his eyes again, his face was covered with Shock and Ecstasy.
At the same time, his right palm began to do a Shake left and right, and the Speed of vibration became faster and faster, quickly turning into an Afterimage, also accompanied by a strong whistling sound.
Swish!
The moment he swung his right palm, a nearly invisible Air Current shot out, completely tearing apart the Tatami and floor in front of him.
"So powerful..."
Yotsugawa Ayame looked at this scene in disbelief. But before she could show an Expression of surprise, she saw Kurusu's Body tremble, and he staggered back several steps.
"What's wrong with you?"
"Cough, cough, cough, I just suddenly became very tired, and my arm feels a bit swollen and painful." Kurusu said, covering his right arm, covered in sweat.
(End of this chapter)